Purdue Extension to host festive “Cattle and Canvas” painting activity in Bedford

BEDFORD – Purdue Extension is inviting the community to celebrate the season with a “Cattle and Canvas” Holiday Painting Activity. The festive event, designed for participants of all ages, will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025.

The event will take place at Sherwood Oaks Christian Church, located at 508 Fellowship Drive, in Bedford, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The registration fee is $35 per participant. This fee includes all the necessary materials and expert instruction from Becky Padgett, who will guide participants through each step to create a seasonal masterpiece. No prior experience is required.

The registration deadline is Wednesday, December 3, at Noon. Space is limited, and payment is due upon registration.

Food will be provided at the event, along with a brief presentation on “Healthy options for busy families.”

Interested individuals can register using the following link, which accepts credit card and check/money order payments: https://cvent.me/vlA47y.

If paying by check, please make checks payable to Purdue University. Checks should be mailed to: The Education Store, 301 South 2nd Street, Lafayette, IN, 47901. It’s essential to write the registrant’s name on the memo line.

The contact for the event is Kassi Shelton, Agriculture and Natural Resources Program Assistant, who can be reached by phone at 812-275-4623 or by email at kas@purdue.edu.

Celebrate the season by tapping into your creative side while making lasting memories with family,
friends, and fellow community members.